The Kenworth Legend W900SAR is a truck that needs no introduction to truck enthusiasts from around the world. This model is a limited edition, commemorative edition celebrating 50 years of Australian KW production. Only able to be ordered on the 8th of July 2021, and with only 757 ever being produced, this model is not your common fleet truck. Blending the traditional 1970’s look with modern component technologies and current safety standards has produced a truck that appeals to the traditionalists among drivers. Uhlenbergs own a number of SAR’s, with at least one of each series in the fleet, but that’s a story for another day.
Uhlenberg’s were able secure the purchase of two of the Legend model, with the first of our two going on the road a little while back in the hands of Mark, Mark has since put some good kilometres on “Flame Trees” UHL24, carrying out a variety of work including line haul tanker , container and local road construction duties. Mark is an operator with a real passion for his job, who enjoys being an all-rounder, not often being on the same task for days in a row.
The second legend truck has just left the depot today, its maiden voyage taking to its new home in the Waikato, where it will operate from in the capable hands of Gavin. UHL43, named “Business as usual” will take Gavin on his regular trips between the Taranaki gas fields and Whangarei, but also servicing the Bay of Plenty area and down to the East Coast on occasion.
Gavin leaves his old Peterbilt after 2.25 million kilometres, (he got it at a million after operating a few earlier Peterbilts) Gavin, like most of the guys here, was almost reluctant to change to new truck after the partnership that he has with UHL20, a neat truck that he has left in the Eltham depot in like new condition - testament to his dedication to Uhlies that we have enjoyed for many years now.
Enjoy your time in the legends guys.